[Rock Lee quickly assumes a fighting stance, as if this would be some sort of physical combat. But he still smiles all the same, touched by this girl's offer.]

I saw. You tried your best, and I admire that! I will not stand in the way of your own endeavors. So I would be glad to join forces with you! As long as I can do my part in this effort...!

[He then takes a deep breath in preparation before he turns redder as he shouts out to the stairs:]

When I was younger, my jumpsuit tore in an embarrassing spot, while my peers were watching!!